Virgil van Dijk insists that Premier League trophies are the gateway to legendary status — not individual awards.
The Dutch defender has had a sterling season with Liverpool, commanding a defence that has not conceded in over seven hours of top-flight action following their 0-0 draw with Everton.
His performances have led many to presume the 27-year-old favourite to be voted PFA Player of the Year this season, but he insists that a title is his main focus.
'I want to focus on achieving something special, which this club hasn't done for 29 years, and if either myself or any other players are involved in picking up individual awards, that's great,' Van Dijk told FourFourTwo.
'Winning the league makes you feel even more proud of yourself and the team. It's a sign of the hard work you've put in over a whole season.
'That motivates you. Winning the Premier League title puts you in the history books forever and makes you a legend. That's why you play football. You want to become a legend.'
As well as domestic honours, Jurgen Klopp's men are still in the mix when it comes to the Champions League, too.
Van Dijk is no stranger to the competition, having experienced European nights at Celtic before moving south of the border.
However, asked to choose between the two renditions of You'll Never Walk Alone - a song synonymous with both clubs — the defender couldn't do it.
'Both,' he smiles. 'I can't pick one, as that's like choosing between your children!
'Sometimes people underestimate the power the fans have on us.
'On Champions League nights especially, the atmosphere is incredible at Anfield. It inspires you throughout the game, giving you that extra push in tough moments.'